About this Event
Franchising 101: Unlocking the Blueprint to Business Success
Join us inperson at the Dallas College Culinary, Pastry and Hospitality Center for an event that will change the way you view business ownership! Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this in-person gathering is your ticket to understanding the ins and outs of franchising. Learn from industry experts, Shivam Khanna and Ambika Cheruvu, network with like-minded individuals, and discover the secrets to unlocking success in the business world. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level! Dinner is included! Registration is required by Nov. 15th. Spaces are limited.
Looking to take your small business to the next level? Join us online for our FREE Entrepreneur Speaker Series sponsored by the Dallas College Venture Club focused on growing small businesses. We are proud to host five (5) events this Fall designed to help you gain industry insights.
In the food and beverage industry? Join us in-person or online for two special events designed just for foodpreneurs like yourself. To learn more, follow us or click here to visit our speaker series collection.
Oct. 9th: Marketing in the Age of AI (Marketing - Online)
Oct: 22nd: The 5C's of Credit and Loan Types (Finance - Online)
Nov 14th: Silencing Self-Doubt: Empowering Entrepreneurs to Overcome Imposter Syndrome (Empowerment - Online)
Nov. 21st: Franchising 101: Unlocking the Blueprint to Business Success (Food and Beverage Business Acumen - In-Person/Online)
TBD: Ghost Kitchens: There is Nothing to Fear (In-Person/Online)
Shivam Khanna
Shivam has over 10 years of experience in franchise operations, leading the growth, development, and successful exits of three brands. He also brings 5+ years of expertise in M&A, conducting due diligence for over 75 investments across sectors including Real Estate, Entertainment, Finance, Technology, Hospitality, and Venture. Shivam serves as an advisory member for two VC funds and holds active board positions in multiple companies.
Ambika Cheruvu
Ambika is a Managing Partner at GS Dallas Group, overseeing a franchise operations company with over 200 locations across nine brands in the restaurant and services industry. Formerly the CEO of Knead for Health Group, she expanded the company’s portfolio from 5 to 32 units across several states. Ambika is also a Managing Partner at Eternal Lotus Capital Partners, a single-family office with diverse investments. An alumna of Leadership Dallas 2024. She holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelors from Austin College, with additional certifications from Harvard Business School and the International Faculty of Finance. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two young daughters.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Dallas College Culinary, Pastry and Hospitality Center, 11830 Webb Chapel Road, Dallas, United States
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